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    Proposed pool price increases

    Invercargill's Splash Palace. Photo: supplied

    Proposed pool price increases

    Public consultation has opened on the Invercargill City Council’s proposed 2026-27 fees and charges.

    April 1 Macca’s prank deemed a cracker

    An April Fool’s Day prank at the site of the former Roxburgh town hall and cinema has been taken...

    April 1 Macca’s prank deemed a cracker

    Pranksters with an arch sense of humour provided some chuckles in Roxburgh this April Fool’s Day.

    Emergency services at serious Central Otago crash

    Traffic management is put in place at the crash site. Photo: Julie Asher

    Emergency services at serious Central Otago crash

    Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash where a car has gone over a bank near Ettrick.

    ‘She’s the most loyal dog ever’

    Jess Johnston and Molly the border collie are reunited again. PHOTO: ARIANNA STEWART

    ‘She’s the most loyal dog ever’

    Greymouth woman Jess Johnston and Molly the border collie are happy to be reunited after a week-long ordeal and two dramatic rescues.

    Verdon students proud to help clean RSA graves

    Verdon students Joel Minani, Brandon Fabia, Gwenzey Bagaoisan, and head girl Maia Garrett...

    Verdon students proud to help clean RSA graves

    Verdon College students rolled up their sleeves to help RSA volunteers clean and restore RSA graves at Eastern Cemetery. 

    Bunsen burner, sink, folder mischief not rocket science

    James Hargest College students Will McCann, 15, Isaac Elder, 16, and Ben Hargest, 16, pictured...

    Bunsen burner, sink, folder mischief not rocket science

    The long-awaited Sir Peter Beck Science and Innovation Centre has opened at James Hargest College.

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    Councillors given ‘bum smacking’ over online posts

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    Councillors given ‘bum smacking’ over online posts

    A ‘‘bum smacking’’ over the social media conduct of two Gore district councillors has prompted them to call for the council to communicate more and be more transparent.

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    Students take a deep dive into education

    Students will be able to take a virtual dive into the delights of Deep Cove, thanks to a new...

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    Students take a deep dive into education

    Students at school camps in Deep Cove, in the heart of the Fiordland National Park, will have the opportunity to explore the marine environment with the launch of a new marine education programme.

    Backcountry to be turned into historic reserve

    A winter view up the Hokitika River towards some of the Hokitika backcountry making up the...

    Backcountry to be turned into historic reserve

    Work has started on a management plan for the new culturally significant stewardship land area, Tarahanga e Toru Historic Reserve.

    Body found in search for missing Frenchman

    Body found in search for Frenchman missing near Cromwell

    A body believed to be that of missing 21-year-old French national Antoine Richard has been found in Lake Dunstan, police say.

    Cattle, driver unhurt after stock truck overturns

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    Cattle, driver unhurt after stock truck overturns in Catlins

    A load of cattle and a truck driver have managed to walk away unhurt after a stock truck overturned in the Catlins area this afternoon.

    Mammoth effort finds Molly

    Border collie Molly looks at the view from her rescue helicopter. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

    Mammoth effort finds Molly

    A mammoth helicopter rescue operation to find a beloved border collie in remote back country near Hokitika had a heart-warming ending yesterday when the pooch was found alive and well.

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    Easter weather a mixed bag

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    Easter weather a mixed bag

    Great weather on Good Friday will get Easter weekend off to a grand start.

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    Concern over staff contracts

    Resthaven Village in Main St is set to transfer ownership in consultation with residents,...

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    Concern over staff contracts

    A workers’ union has become involved as a Gore rest-home prepares to change ownership.

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    Southland woman lay dead for eight days

    The house in Invercargill where a woman’s body lay undiscovered for up to eight days. PHOTO: TONI...

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    Southland woman lay dead for eight days

    An Invercargill woman left haunted after her mother’s body lay undiscovered for up to eight days blames a health contractor, which has admitted mistakes were made.

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    Contact firm on bid for 60yr wind farm consent

    Proposed view of the Slopedown wind farm from the corner of Wyndham Station Rd and Foster Rd....

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    Contact firm on bid for 60yr wind farm consent

    Contact Energy is sticking to wanting a 60-year consent term for its billion-dollar Slopedown wind farm.

    Return of Epic labelled a ‘really memorable day’

    Riders navigate Dingle Burn Bluffs at the Lake Hāwea Epic 2026 at the weekend. PHOTO: DIEGO BELLI

    Return of Epic labelled a ‘really memorable day’

    The Lake Hāwea Epic mountainbike race returned from a five-year hiatus last weekend, with Wānaka local Sam Shaw winning the men’s event.

    Post Shop saved from closure

    The North End Post Shop will stay open but with fewer services. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Post Shop saved from closure

    Oamaru's "essential" North End Post Shop has been saved from closure, following a U-turn by NZ Post - but some community services could still be lost under revised plans.

    Landmark home celebrates its 100th birthday

    Art Deco fan Nic Brandsen took the chance to dress up in period costume for the Anderson House...

    Landmark home celebrates its 100th birthday

    Tea, cake and a little ragtime jazz entertained a steady stream of visitors to Anderson House on Saturday as the Invercargill landmark celebrated its 100th anniversary.
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